extraordinaire
Americanadjective
Usage
What does extraordinaire mean? Extraordinaire is an adjective that means “outstanding” or “remarkable.” It is always used after the noun it describes, as in a writer extraordinaire.Extraordinaire is most commonly used to describe a person with exceptional talent. Unlike most English adjectives, extraordinaire is used postpositively, meaning it must immediately follow the noun that it describes.Example: My grandmother makes the most delicious dishes, and my whole family considers her a chef extraordinaire.
Example Sentences
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Announcing his death, a post on the feline's X account paid tribute to the "diplocat extraordinaire" who it said had "passed away peacefully on 12 February".
From BBC
“He was an early social influencer — par extraordinaire,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times
Grace now has a bench named after her on the finish line with a a plaque that says "Grace's Bench, Park runner extraordinaire".
From BBC
He was a catcher extraordinaire on a major league field.
From Los Angeles Times
Billy Carson, Corona, Sr.: Shortstop extraordinaire with power and a terrific relief pitcher.
From Los Angeles Times
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